Description
This Crock Pot Cinnamon Roll Casserole is a deliciously easy breakfast or brunch dish that combines soft cinnamon roll dough with a rich, spiced egg custard, pecans, and maple syrup. Slow-cooked to perfection in a crock pot, it offers a warm, gooey, and comforting treat topped with creamy icing, making it perfect for gatherings or a cozy morning at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Cinnamon Roll Base
- 2 (12-ounce) tubes cinnamon roll dough, each cut into quarters
Egg Mixture
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup half-and-half or whipping cream
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Toppings
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 2 containers of icing that come with cinnamon rolls
Instructions
- Prepare the Crock Pot: Spray the inside of a 6-quart crock pot with cooking spray to ensure the casserole doesn’t stick.
- Layer the Cinnamon Rolls: Arrange the cinnamon roll quarters evenly across the bottom of the crock pot, forming a base layer.
- Mix the Eggs: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half (or whipping cream), maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Pour Egg Mixture: Carefully pour the egg and spice mixture over the cinnamon rolls in the crock pot, ensuring that the rolls are evenly coated.
- Add Pecans: Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the top to add a crunchy texture and nutty flavor.
- Add the First Icing Layer: Spoon one container of the icing onto the surface of the mixture, distributing it evenly but not mixing it in.
- Cook: Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on LOW for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until the casserole is golden brown and the custard is set but still moist.
- Finish and Serve: Turn off the crock pot, spoon the second container of icing on top of the warm casserole, and serve immediately for a decadent treat.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary depending on your crock pot model; start checking around 2 1/2 hours.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute half-and-half with coconut cream and use dairy-free cinnamon rolls and icing.
- Adding pecans adds a nice crunchy texture, but they can be omitted or replaced with walnuts or almonds if preferred.
- This casserole can be prepared the night before by assembling it in the crock pot insert and refrigerating, then cooking in the morning (add extra cooking time if starting cold).
- Use fresh cinnamon roll dough for the best texture and flavor.
